Package Description
POSITION: Support Worker
HOURS: Full Time, 30 hours per week
LOCATION : Maidenhead, SL6
PAY RATE: £12.00 - £12.70 Depending on qualifications
We are currently looking people to join our team who are committed to meeting the needs of all the people we support, that have a good sense of humour and are friendly towards others. Our specialist Supported Living and Outreach service in Maidenhead, provides support for people with Learning Disabilities. We understand the importance of providing person-centred support that enables independence and meets each individual's needs.
As a Support Worker, you will be involved in the day to day support and routine of the people within the service including:
* Promoting and delivering a person-centred support culture across the service
* Supporting people with all aspects of their daily living as per their support plan, this may include personal care and taking their medication
* Supporting and coaching people to learn independent living skills like cooking and laundry tasks
* Supporting people to access the community for social, educational or employment opportunities
* Safeguarding service users’ rights and dignity
* Taking an active role in peoples support plans and risk assessment’s
* Provide effective communication within the team and attending regular team & service user meetings
* To liaise professionally with family members and other professionals.
* A positive attitude & passionate about supporting adults with learning disabilities
* Can demonstrate a practical understanding of delivering support with dignity, privacy and respect
Experience Required within the Care Sector is preferred
Why join us:
* 5.6 Weeks Annual leave
* Free DBS Check
* Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone
* Qualifications – we can support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities
* Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
* Paid Induction and Training
* Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
Keys Group
Keys Group brings together three of the UK’s leading and longest-established providers of specialist education, care and activities; Accomplish, Keys and Peak. The organisation provides specialist support and education for more than 2,000 children, young people, adults and families in services and schools across England and Wales.
Specialist residential and supported living services for adults with a learning disability, autism, mental health needs and acquired brain injury are provided throughout England and Wales by Accomplish.
Keys offers education and care services for children, young people and families across England and Wales through its specialist schools, residential children’s homes, activity and intervention and leaving care services, adult resource centre and family assessment centres.
Activities are offered by Peak through its seven specialist adventure centres including water sports, treetop and climbing centres, across England